Department of Education and Leadership
Apply for Your Credential
PLEASE NOTE: This page is for candidates who have completed their credential program and are applying for their credential. If you are applying to start a credential program, please visit our ADMISSIONS page. To apply for your credential, please use the guide below that corresponds to your program.
Watch our short new How to Apply video here!
Please note: Only a CSUMB Credential Analyst is able to recommend you for a credential based on completion of an approved program at CSUMB. Please contact a CSUMB Credential Analyst if you have any questions about the instructions to apply for your specific credential.
How to Apply for Your Multiple Subject Credential
How to Apply for Your Single Subject Credential
How to Apply for Your Preliminary Education Specialist Credential
How to Apply for Your Clear Education Specialist Credential
How to Apply for Your Administrative Services Credential
How to Apply for Your School Psychology Credential
How to Apply for Your School Social Work Credential
How to Apply for Your Speech-Language Pathology Credential
How to Apply for Your Bilingual Authorization
Forms you may need:
Information Cover Sheet (for teaching credentials)
Information Cover Sheet (for all non-teaching credentials)
Admission into programs leading to licensure and credentialing does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or credential. Licensure and credentialing requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the CSU and requirements can change at any time. For example, licensure or credentialing requirements can include evidence of the right to work in the United States (e.g., social security number or tax payer identification number) or successfully passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they can meet licensure or credentialing requirements. The CSU will not refund tuition, fees, or any associated costs, to students who determine subsequent to admission that they cannot meet licensure or credentialing requirements. Information concerning licensure and credentialing requirements are available from Christy Hanselka or Chris Villanueva, CSUMB Credential Analysts. Reference: Calstate.edu ASA-2016-30
For more information on applying for your credential, please email our CSUMB Credential Analysts:
Christy Hanselka: chjordan@csumb.edu
Chris Villanueva: chvillanueva@csumb.edu